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World Alzheimer's Day and Why People With Alzheimer's Need It
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16-Sep-2009
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Paula Spencer
, Caring.com senior editor
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It is important for patients and families affected by diseases such as Alzheimer’s to consider participating in clinical studies. One such study is the ICARA Study (www.icarastudy.com), whose goal is to explore if an investigational drug, called Bapineuzumab, can help slow the progression of Alzheimer’s Disease. Clinical studies that test new treatments are the best chance we have for fighting this disease. Current therapies for Alzheimer’s treat the symptoms associated with it, not the disease itself.
this is a devastating disease, for the patient and their families. you lose your loved one long before they die. my mother had dementia a form of alzheimer's, i lost her 3 months ago to the day. she suffered for a good 7 yrs. I was her only care taker, i finally had to put her in a convelesant home , she needed 24 hr care and i couldn't do it by myself. i visited her everyday, i miss her so bad. so my suggestion is talk, remonise, laugh, love and spend as much time with your loved one before they forget who you are.i held my mom's hand until she died, i was so sorry i couldn't help her, but now she's in heaven and at peace. she's my guardian angel now.
I want the world to know 1. this disease is awful 2. this disease shouldnt be wished on your worst enemy 3. this disease needs a cure.